Nails are essential for framing, but screws are valuable players as well, giving you greater flexibility and ensuring tight joins where needed. They're the preferred fastener for installing subflooring or drywall as they're less likely to loosen over time. The situations where you should use screws for structural framing include:
Steel Framing Screws
We stock four types of steel construction screws for framing, in various sizes, so you can master any project:
Choose between fine-thread screws for precision, self-drilling screws for speed, and winged drill point screws for fastening wood and soft materials like fiber cement to steel. Our collection includes industry-leading names like Pro-Twist and zinc-plated options offering corrosion resistance and greater aesthetic appeal.
Our wood framing screws feature coarse threads for a reliable hold in lumber and plywood. Grabber Construction Products offers wood screws with premium GrabberGard® coating, ACQ-approved for use in pressure-treated lumber. Ideal for exterior wood-to-wood fastening.
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